Was there early in the season. Still lots of heavy snow and a challenging stream crossing. Photos... read more
Was there early in the season. Still lots of heavy snow and a challenging stream crossing. Photos... read more
Great trail but it’s harder than we thought!! The scenes that this phone captured were beautiful... read more
This is a moderate trial to hike, with eye popping views everywhere. Well marked and fairly busy, it's an easy trail. We did encounter Grizzly's a sow with 2 cubs, so don't go without bear spray and enough knowledge to use it. We weren't in danger, but that can change in about 10 seconds with mama.
Awesome hike with a refreshing swim at the end! About 6 miles with two teenage daughters that did it comfortably. The
Went on this hike with my son and husband. First I was hesitant, but I am so glad I went on the hike. We went in June, but it was still cool and rainy when we went. Pack a light jacket and poncho if chance of rain. The views of mountain goats at the end of the hike were great. We brought our hiking sticks to make our walk safer.
Into the polar bear plunge? Many people jump into the lake after the hike... hike is beautiful lots of spots to sit and enjoy the lake after the climb.
This is one of the many trails at Glacier NP. It offers great vistas of lakes and forested areas. You'll have a chance to see wildlife including mountain goats.
It is a medium type of trail, not too hard for two 69 year old.
Starts out steep, but don't let that scare you. After the initial ascent the trail is fairly gentle. You'll pass through several types of terrain, from alpine meadow to cedar and pine woods that smell amazing, with lots of beautiful views out across the glacier-dug valley. There's quite a bit of water crossing the trail, as the peaks to the north are around 1500' above the trail and carry snow year-round in places, so bring some good hiking footwear. Also bring your filter and fill your flask from the glacier meltwater! In early September there were still a good bit of thimbleberries and huckleberries to snack on as well. There's even a rather... rustic... pit toilet on a little spur about halfway to the lake.
When you get to the end there is a nice little "beach" for relaxing, eating lunch, and chatting with your trailmates; or if solitude is more your thing, there is a good bit of accessible shoreline to explore away from the inevitable crowds. There is often a ranger there explaining various features of the lake, the glacier, and the valley. Watch out for the ground squirrels, they'll raid your pack for snacks if you're not careful!